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Monitoring for flood management

Envirotec Magazine

However, flood risk is now addressed on a wider catchment scale so that initiatives in one part of a catchment do not have negative effects further downstream. The planting of shrubs and trees also helps infiltration and retention by generating a demand for soil moisture, so that soils have a greater capacity to absorb water.

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The Increasing Need and Demand for Alternative Fuel Options

The Environmental Blog

However, what’s not at debate is that there are options available to individuals in making choices for more sustainable energy consumption. Price increases alone should spur interest and demand in pursuing alternative energy sources. Alternative Energy as a Resource. Alternative Energy as a Resource.

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Sponsored Content: Water managers demand better, faster data

Envirotec Magazine

2020 was an unusual year in many respects, but for OTT Hydromet, one of the more remarkable features of the year was an unprecedented level of orders for water level and flow monitoring equipment. Flood risk is now addressed on a wider catchment scale so that upstream initiatives do not have negative effects further downstream.

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Unveiling the Benefits of Community Solar: A Step Towards a Sustainable Future

The Environmental Blog

Community solar makes renewable energy accessible to all and helps reduce the energy burden of low-income households. Joining a community solar project requires no change to your electricity service and results in monthly savings on your utility bill through the issuance of bill credits. This is known as virtual net metering.

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The ‘why’ and ‘how’ of carbon capture technology for buildings

Envirotec Magazine

The Power-to-X unit being demonstrated. Soletair Power (Finland) has developed a seemingly unique solution for extracting carbon dioxide (CO2) from building ventilation systems to help achieve carbon net zero and even carbon negative building projects. Are carbon-negative buildings possible?

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Why technology is crucial to the recovery of the energy industry’s reputation

Smart Energy International

While consumers wait for further updates on support from the government, the UK energy industry is already quietly working in the background to alleviate the challenges by helping to improve the way energy is consumed, measured and managed, writes Rachel Eyres, Business Unit Director for Energy and Utilities at Expleo.

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Sustainability Guide for Consulting Firms: Running An Eco Friendly Business

Green Business Bureau

Consulting and Sustainability. Every consulting firm should operate in a sustainable manner. Many consulting firms are already making the world a better place through their own green initiatives and helping other firms with sustainability consulting. Operating as a sustainable business comes with many advantages.